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Introduction
This manual is provided by JET covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model
JWL-1442VS Wood Lathe. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety pr ecautions, general
operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Thi s mac hi ne has been designed and
constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance to instruc tions set forth in t his
manual. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your local supplier or WMH Tool
Group. WMH Tool Group can also be reached at our web site: www.wmhtoolgroup.com.
Table of Contents
Warranty..................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings.................................................................................................................................................3
Grounding Instructions............................................................................................................................. 5
115V Operation........................................................................................................................................5
230V Operation .......................................................................................................................................6
Introduction..............................................................................................................................................7
Table of Contents.....................................................................................................................................7
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................8
Contents of the Shipping Container..........................................................................................................9
Unpacking and Cleanup...........................................................................................................................9
Assembly.................................................................................................................................................9
Stand Legs (optional accessory) ............................................................................................................10
Stand Shelf............................................................................................................................................10
Controls and Features ...........................................................................................................................10
Lathe Tools............................................................................................................................................12
Mounting Workpiece Between Centers................................................................................................... 13
Stock Selection......................................................................................................................................14
Roughing Out ........................................................................................................................................14
Beads, Coves, “V” Cuts and Parting....................................................................................................... 15
Sanding and Finishing ...........................................................................................................................16
Face Plate or Bowl Turning....................................................................................................................16
Mounting Stock...................................................................................................................................... 16
Face Plate or Chuck..............................................................................................................................17
Wood Selection......................................................................................................................................17
Checks and Cracks................................................................................................................................17
Distortion...............................................................................................................................................17
Tools for Bowl T u rning............................................................................................................................17
To Shape the Outside of a Bowl.............................................................................................................18
To Shape the Interior of a Bowl.............................................................................................................. 19
Sanding and Finishing a Bowl................................................................................................................ 19
Adjusting the Clamping Mechanism....................................................................................................... 20
Changing the Belt and Bearings............................................................................................................. 20
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................... 21
Part Breakdowns and Parts List ............................................................................................................. 22
Wiring Diagram......................................................................................................................................31